The Sweet Embrace of Sisterhood

In this episode, Jewel Burton joins the podcast to discuss the sweetness of  friendships and the beautiful truth that God wires us for meaningful community. Sisterhood is such a gift, and at the end of the day, we need each other. What growth and abundance may await if you open yourself up to new, or renewed, friendships?

About the Speaker:
Jewel Burton is passionate about God and His word, but also the beauty that God gives us in relationships with other women. She has the privilege to serve as Women’s Ministry Leader, alongside her husband, in the Turning Point Church. She is not only a follower of Jesus but a mother, sister and friend.  

Episode Notes:

Main Passage: Ruth 1:1-22 

1. We NEED each other 

• V.16-18
• Hebrews 10:24- And let us consider how we may spur one another on toward love and good deeds,
• Relationships with other women upgrade us… they have the potential to "upgrade" us rather than diminish one or the other.
• We really are better.. Friendships can help us on our journeys of spiritual formation— if we let them! 
• “People who think they’ve arrived never stop to ask for directions” (John Mark Comer) 
• Article Reference: It’s Science: Having Sisters Helps You Become A Better Person

2. Our differences connect us 

• 1 Corinthians 12:12-27 (One body, many parts) 
• “Iron will never sharpen iron in an echo chamber”
  • @aussiedave 
  • People who look, act, and think like you won’t always help you become the best version of yourself.

3.  Allow God to surprise you

• Isaiah 55:8-9 (ESV)
• “Once in a Lifetime” moments, experiences and relationships 
• 1 Samuel 3:11(ESV)
• Question to consider: How have you been giving the different & unique women you are surrounded by chance?